“Intolerance is itself a form of
violence and an obstacle to the growth of a true democratic spirit.” ― Mahatma
Gandhi
Why should a few section of people in
India attack authors, intellectuals, scholars and professors when the latter
voice their views on print media and social media? Do they not have right to
voice their views? Are we getting intolerant with others’ ideas and insights?
Are we living in a civilized society? Are we living in a democracy country?
It is unfortunate that politicians and
the goons engaged by them attack authors, intellectuals, scholars and
professors with inks to catch the attention of people in India. But they hardly
realize that their acts put India on the global map for negative reasons. What
the world will think about India when such attacks are made? The world will
think that there is a growing intolerance in India. They think that democracy
exists only in constitution, not in reality.
They will laugh at Indians and India for such things. Any individual or institution or nation must
be on the news for the right reasons, not for the wrong reasons. Unfortunately,
India is on the global map for wrong reasons repeatedly.
Is it the same land where Mahatma
Gandhi was born who fought for India’s freedom on the principles of truth and
non-violence? The world will doubt our democratic credentials and our
intentions when authors, intellectuals, scholars and professors are attacked. If
that is their condition, what would be the fate of common men and women who
suffer the most? Most of the crimes against them go unnoticed.
It is time for us to change our
mindset. We must have tolerance to the views of others. We must disagree with
them politely, peacefully and democratically.
Let us build an India which is
democratically strong standing on the four pillars of legislature, executive, judiciary,
and press. Let us demonstrate to the world that India is a peace loving country,
and it stands on the Mahatma Gandhi’s principles of truth and non-violence. Let
us celebrate diversity which is the strength of India. Without religious
tolerance and respect to all communities, India cannot grow as a dignified
nation and as a strong nation. Let us all strive hard to inculcate right
attitude in Indian citizens to respect all the citizens to take our country
forward.
Here is my message to the brothers and
sisters of India. Love your mother but don’t hate another persons’ mother. As
your mother is precious to you, another person’s person is equally precious
them. As your community is close to your heart, another person’s community is
close to their hearts. When you think in these lines, you develop tolerance and
respect the views and opinions of others and present yourself positively. Let
us strive to build country which is tolerant and democratic with an emphasis on
respect to all communities. Jai Hind!
“I am proud to belong to a religion
which has taught the world tolerance and universal acceptance.” ― Swami
Vivekananda
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